A wind and wave resistant cage integrated with a wind power platform

Abstract

This invention relates to a wind-resistant net cage integrated with a wind power platform. It is installed on the outriggers of a drilling platform or wind power platform. The wind-resistant net cage includes a net cage, a floating body, and an isolation curtain. The floating body includes a frame and floats. The frame is mounted on the outriggers, and the floats are installed at the bottom of the frame. The isolation curtain is installed on the outer edge of the frame to form an aquaculture area. The net cage and the isolation curtain are spaced apart, and the top of the net cage is connected to the floats. This wind-resistant net cage, integrated with a wind power platform, improves the net cage's resistance to wind and waves by combining the frame with the outriggers of the drilling platform or wind power platform. Simultaneously, the isolation curtain installed on the outer edge of the frame effectively prevents external seaweed or shellfish from entering the net cage and affecting the aquaculture inside. It also effectively reduces the escape of aquaculture organisms from the net cage, minimizing the impact on the drilling platform and extending its service life.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of aquaculture and marine resource development technology, and more specifically, to a wind and wave resistant cage that is combined with a wind power platform. Background Technology

[0002] In recent years, with the development of the social economy, marine aquaculture areas have gradually moved from near-shallow seas to deep seas, and the materials of aquaculture cages have been upgraded, resulting in larger aquaculture spaces, longer service lives, and less pollution to the ocean; the cage structure has also been optimized layer by layer, making it more resistant to wind and waves and more functional.

[0003] On the other hand, with the development of drilling platform (wind power platform) technology, single-unit capacity has increased, foundations have become larger, and floating platform forms have also been developed. As drilling platforms (wind power platforms) become larger and their structures upgraded, the improvement of their supporting facilities has become a key research focus. Some researchers in the market have combined aquaculture cages with drilling platforms to improve the cages' resistance to wind and waves. However, in actual aquaculture processes, with the impact of wind and waves on the aquaculture cages, organisms, especially shellfish, are easily spilled out. Marine organisms or foreign objects adhering to the outriggers of the drilling platform (wind power platform) can significantly affect its service life.

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to propose a wind and wave resistant cage that can be integrated with a wind power platform. This is of great significance for effectively utilizing the large area and space of the drilling platform (wind power platform) and improving the service life of the drilling platform (wind power platform). Utility Model Content

[0005] This utility model provides a wind and wave resistant net cage that can be combined with a wind power platform to solve the problem that existing aquaculture net cages can easily affect the service life of drilling platforms when combined with them.

[0006] According to one aspect of the present invention, a wind-resistant net cage for integration with a wind power platform is provided for installation on the outriggers of a drilling platform or a wind power platform. The wind-resistant net cage for integration with a wind power platform includes a net cage, a floating body, and an isolation curtain. The floating body includes a frame and a buoy. The frame is installed on the outrigger, the buoy is installed at the bottom of the frame, and the isolation curtain is installed on the outer edge of the frame to form an aquaculture area. The net cage and the isolation curtain are spaced apart, and the top of the net cage is connected to the buoy.

[0007] Based on the above scheme, the preferred embodiment is that the net cage includes a grid-shaped frame, the periphery of which is provided with a breeding net, and the top of the grid-shaped frame is connected to the frame by welding or bolts.

[0008] Based on the above scheme, the frame is preferably shaped like a square, and the sides of the frame are equipped with guardrails.

[0009] Based on the above scheme, preferably, the isolation curtain includes a support frame and an isolation net, the isolation net is laid on the support frame, and the support frame is fixedly connected to the frame.

[0010] Based on the above scheme, the preferred embodiment is that the float includes a shell and an air bladder. The shell has a cavity and a seawater inlet / outlet. The air bladder is installed in the cavity and has a gas inlet / outlet for an external air supply unit.

[0011] This utility model discloses a wind and wave resistant net cage that is integrated with a wind power platform. The frame is combined with the legs of the drilling platform or wind power platform to improve the net cage's resistance to wind and waves. At the same time, an isolation curtain is set on the outer edge of the frame. The isolation curtain can effectively prevent external organisms such as seaweed or shellfish from entering the net cage and affecting the aquaculture inside the net cage. It can also effectively reduce the escape of aquaculture organisms inside the net cage, reduce the impact on the drilling platform, and improve the service life of the drilling platform. Attached Figure Description

[0012] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort. In the drawings:

[0013] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the wind and wave resistant cage that is integrated with a wind power platform according to this utility model;

[0014] Figure 2 This is a side view of the wind and wave resistant gabion combined with a wind power platform according to this utility model;

[0015] Figure 3 This is a side view of the wind and wave resistant gabion combined with a wind power platform of this utility model after removing the pontoons;

[0016] Figure 4 This is a side view of the wind and wave resistant cage integrated with a wind power platform of this utility model after the cage has been removed.

[0017] Figure 5 This is a top view of the wind and wave resistant gabion combined with a wind power platform according to this utility model;

[0018] Figure 6 This is another side view of the wind and wave resistant cage that is integrated with a wind power platform according to this utility model;

[0019] Figure 7 This is a diagram showing the internal structure of the pontoon of this utility model;

[0020] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0021] 10. Support legs; 2. Frame; 21. Vertical tube; 22. Horizontal bar; 25. Guardrail; 3. Float; 31. Shell; 311. Seawater inlet / outlet; 32. Airbag; 321. Gas inlet / outlet; 4. Net cage; 41. Grid-shaped frame; 42. Aquaculture net; 5. Isolation curtain; 6. Gravity hammer. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are used to illustrate this utility model, but are not intended to limit its scope.

[0023] It should be understood that, when used in this specification and the appended claims, the term "comprising" indicates the presence of a descriptive feature, integral, step, operation, element, and / or component, but does not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integrals, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or sets.

[0024] To keep the drawings concise, only the parts relevant to this invention are shown schematically in each figure, and they do not represent the actual structure of the product. Furthermore, for ease of understanding, in some figures, only one of the components with the same structure or function is schematically depicted, or only one is labeled. In this document, "one" not only means "only one," but can also mean "more than one."

[0025] It should also be further understood that the term “and / or” as used in this application specification and the appended claims means any combination of one or more of the associated listed items and all possible combinations, and includes such combinations.

[0026] In the embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings, the directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, and back) used to explain the structure and movement of the various components of this invention are relative rather than absolute. These descriptions are appropriate when these components are in the positions shown in the drawings. If the descriptions of the positions of these components change, these directional indications also change accordingly.

[0027] Furthermore, in the description of this application, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0028] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the specific implementation methods of this utility model will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the drawings described below are merely some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings and other implementation methods can be obtained based on these drawings without any creative effort.

[0029] Please see Figure 1 and combined Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, this utility model provides a wind and wave resistant net box 4 that is integrated with a wind power platform, for installation on the support legs 10 of a drilling platform or a wind power platform.

[0030] Specifically, the wind and wave resistant net cage 4 of this utility model, which is combined with a wind power platform, includes a net cage 4, a floating body and an isolation curtain 5. The floating body includes a frame 2 and a float 3. The frame 2 is installed on the support leg 10. In actual installation, the frame 2 can be fixed to the support leg 10 by welding or stainless steel wire.

[0031] The float 3 of this utility model is installed at the bottom of the frame 2, specifically as follows: Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the bottom of the pontoon 3 and the frame 2 can be combined by binding or other detachable methods. During the installation process, the two must be stably connected to prevent the pontoon 3 from being affected by wind and waves, which could cause them to separate.

[0032] The frame 2 is made of steel pipe splicing, and the frame 2 preferably adopts a rectangular structure. The isolation curtain 5 of this utility model is installed on the outer edge of the frame 2 to form a breeding area. The net cage 4 and the isolation curtain 5 are set at intervals, and the top of the net cage 4 is connected to the float 3.

[0033] This invention relates to a wind and wave resistant net cage 4 that is integrated with a wind power platform. The frame 2 is combined with the support legs 10 of the drilling platform or wind power platform to improve the wind and wave resistance of the net cage 4. At the same time, an isolation curtain 5 is set on the outer edge of the frame 2. The bottom of the isolation curtain 5 is anchored in the marine mud and sand. This invention can effectively prevent external seaweed or shellfish and other organisms from entering the net cage 4 and affecting the aquaculture inside the net cage 4. At the same time, it can also effectively reduce the escape of the cultured organisms inside the net cage 4 and reduce losses.

[0034] It is worth noting that the net cage 4 of this utility model includes a grid-shaped frame 41, with a breeding net 42 surrounding the grid-shaped frame 41. The top of the grid-shaped frame 41 is connected to the frame 2 by welding, bolts, straps, or other means. For details of the structure, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 5 As shown.

[0035] Furthermore, the frame 2 of this utility model is generally U-shaped, and guardrails 25 are installed on the sides of the frame 2. Specifically, the frame 2 is made of steel pipe splicing, and the steel pipe includes vertical pipes 21 and horizontal bars 22. The vertical pipes 21 are spaced apart and connected by the horizontal bars 22. The vertical pipes 21 are set along the water depth direction, and the bottom of the vertical pipes 21 extends downward and is connected by the horizontal bars 22. The isolation curtain 5 is hung on the vertical pipes 21 and the horizontal bars 22, and a gravity hammer 6 is set at the bottom of the isolation curtain 5 to ensure that it hangs down automatically. For the specific structure, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 6 As shown.

[0036] In practical use, in order to adapt to different needs, this utility model reserves a certain length at the bottom of the isolation curtain 5 to meet actual needs.

[0037] In another preferred embodiment of the present invention, the isolation curtain 5 of the present invention includes a support frame and an isolation net, the isolation net being laid on the support frame, and the support frame being fixedly connected to the frame 2.

[0038] like Figure 7 As shown, the float 3 of this invention includes a shell 31 and an air bladder 32. The shell 31 has a cavity with a seawater inlet / outlet 311. The air bladder 32 is installed in the cavity and has a gas inlet / outlet 321 for connecting to an external air supply unit. When air is injected into the air bladder 32 and expands, the air bladder 32 occupies all the internal space of the shell 31, allowing the seawater contained in the shell 31 to be discharged to the outside through the seawater inlet. At this time, the overall weight of the float 3 decreases and it floats, increasing its buoyancy. When the air in the air bladder 32 is expelled and it contracts, the space occupied by the air bladder 32 inside the shell 31 decreases, allowing external seawater to enter the shell 31. At this time, the overall weight of the float 3 decreases and increases, increasing its buoyancy and improving its anti-buoyancy effect. Through the above structure, the state of the net cage 4 in seawater can be adjusted to resist wind and waves of different levels.

[0039] This utility model discloses a wind and wave resistant net cage 4 that is integrated with a wind power platform. Its structure is simple and adopts the structural design of the isolation curtain 5. This not only greatly reduces the impact of external shellfish and algae on the cultured organisms inside the net cage 4, but also effectively prevents the cultured organisms, especially shellfish, inside the net cage 4 from escaping and attaching to the drilling platform, thereby improving its service life.

[0040] For ease of use, the frame 2 of this utility model is arranged around the outer edge of the support leg 10 of the drilling platform or wind power platform. In this case, in order to ensure its good effect, an isolation curtain 5 needs to be set on the side of the frame 2 connected to the support leg 10. The frame 2 of this utility model can also be designed between the support legs 10 of multiple drilling platforms or wind power platforms. The above structures are commonly used replacement means of this utility model, so they will not be listed one by one here.

[0041] Finally, the method described in this application is merely a preferred embodiment and is not intended to limit the scope of protection of this utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, or improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A storm net cage in combination with a wind turbine platform for installation on a leg of a drilling or wind turbine platform, characterized in that, The wind and wave resistant cage integrated with the wind power platform includes a cage, a floating body, and an isolation curtain. The floating body includes a frame and a buoy. The frame is mounted on the support legs, the buoy is installed at the bottom of the frame, and the isolation curtain is installed on the outer edge of the frame to form an aquaculture area. The cage and the isolation curtain are spaced apart, and the top of the cage is connected to the buoy.

2. A wave resistant net cage in combination with a windmill platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cage includes a grid-shaped frame, with a breeding net surrounding the grid-shaped frame, and the top of the grid-shaped frame is connected to the frame by welding or bolts.

3. The wind and wave resistant gabion cage combined with a wind power platform as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The frame is generally square-shaped, and guardrails are installed on the sides of the frame.

4. The wind and wave resistant gabion cage combined with a wind power platform as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The isolation curtain includes a support frame and an isolation net, the isolation net being laid on the support frame, and the support frame being fixedly connected to the frame.

5. The wind and wave resistant gabion cage combined with a wind power platform as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The pontoon includes a shell and an air bladder. The shell has a cavity and a seawater inlet / outlet. The air bladder is installed in the cavity and has a gas inlet / outlet for connecting to an external air supply unit.

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